Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1973 Lincoln Mark IV Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Window Switch: Notes
With switch removed from vehicle, use a self-powered test light or ohmmeter to perform the following tests. See illustration for pin numbers.
- Clip one test lead probe on switch pin No. 3 which is grounded. With all switches in neutral position, pins No. 4 through 11 should have continuity to pin No. 3.
- Push any one or all four of the switches forward. All odd numbered pins of the switches pushed forward should lose continuity to pin No. 3.
- Push any one or all four switches rearward and all even numbered pins (4 through 10) of the switches pushed rearward should lose continuity to pin No. 3.
- Remove test lead clip from pin No. 3 and connect it to pin No. 2. With all switches in neutral position, only pin No. 1 should have continuity to pin No. 2.
- Push any one or all four switches forward and hold in that position. All odd numbered pins of switches pushed forward should have continuity to pin No. 2.
- Pull any one or all switches rearward and hold in that position. All even numbered pins of the switches pulled rearward should have a continuity to pin No. 2.
- If any one switch does not test as above, replace switch.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
